Mario Kart DS
Published by Nintendo
Developed by Nintendo
Released November 14, 2005
Why we chose it: If you are wondering why Mario Kart DS was given this award, then you need to wake up and smell the coffee. Mario Kart DS not only brought the series officially online for the first time, but also managed to capture the best qualities of each of its prequels. No small task I assure you. So if you have yet to experience Mario Kart DS, do yourself a favor and pick this one up, as it is the Best Racing Game of 2005.
Runner-up:
None
Best of 2005: DS Categories
Best Graphics
Best Audio
Best Adventure Game
Best Action Game
Best Platformer
Best Racer
Best Sports Game
Best Role-Playing Game
Best Storyline in a Game
Best Multiplayer Game
Best Strategy Game
Best Puzzle Game
Best Innovation
Best Online Game
Sleeper Hit
Best Game Developer
Most Disappointing Game
Biggest Surprise
Game We Wish Released This Year
DS Game of the Year
